Painter

Job Description

The Aircraft Painter is responsible for all aspects of aircraft exterior painting, including paint stripping, surface preparation, priming, painting, and logo application. This position requires knowledge of paint specifications, proper application techniques, equipment maintenance, and adherence to company safety and quality standards

• Job Details
• Part 145 Repair Station
• Corporate Aircraft
• Monday − Friday, 5:00 AM − 1:30 PM
• Must Be A U.S. Citizen

• Education & Job Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of aircraft painting experience preferred
• Knowledge of various types of paints and thinners
• Qualified to prepare aircraft exteriors and panels for proper paint application
• Ability to minimize rework through proficient paint preparation and application
• Must meet Airport Authority requirements to receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid drivers license
• Basic computer aptitude preferred
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Preferred Skills
• Cessna and King Air aircraft experience
• A P License

• Job Duties & Functions
• Prepare aircraft surfaces for paint removal by cleaning, masking, applying paint stripper, and removing stripper
• Apply aerodynamic filler and mask aircraft using tape and paper products to protect windows, seals, struts, cables, and other components
• Mix primers and paints according to manufacturer maintenance manual specifications
• Apply primers and exterior paints, including urethanes, acrylic urethanes, enamels, and epoxy primers
• Interpret specifications, color renderings, and instructions to plan paint sequences and schedules, including mixing ratios, surface preparation, masking, drying times, and number of coats
• Lay out aircraft stripes and logos
• Maintain painting supplies and equipment, including spray guns, air hoses, pumps, paper, and tape
• Document completed work through clear, concise, and accurate sign-offs
• Understand, follow, promote, and continuously improve company policies and procedures
• Observe all safety, environmental, and housekeeping rules and policies
• Provide backup support to line personnel when moving aircraft into and out of hangars
• Assist department managers in maintaining specified budgets
• Complete other activities and projects approved by the VP of Operations

• Physical Requirements
• Stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Occasional walking, sitting, rotation, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequently lift up to 10 pounds
• Frequent exposure to general shop conditions and engine noise
• Frequent exposure to aircraft exhaust, moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, and solvents
• Frequent exposure to seasonal weather conditions

• TeamGlobal Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), and more!
• TG Rewards Program
• Employee Referral Program